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Waiter [Decimo]
Company
The Standard Hotels
Location
London
Posted
25 days ago
Via
via The Standard Hotels
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Job Description
Decimo Host · £16.09-£17.09 per hr (incl. Tronc) plus Additional Tips & Benefits · Full Time · 40 hrs per week · Sunday & Monday off · Kings Cross · Late-Night Thursday-Saturday
As seen on BBC1 Master Chef and voted as one of London's Top 100 Restaurants; Chef Paola Lopez showcases the food of her home, with an incredible Mexican Menu. Expect lots of flavour, open fire cooking and mezcal cocktails – with floor-to-ceiling windows and dramatic views across the London skyline.
We are now looking to grow our team, and are seeking dynamic individuals who will capture the very essence of this culinary destination and join our team as a Decimo Waiter.
Your role
As a Decimo Waiter at The Standard, London, you will become part of an exceptional team with an exciting future. You will of course be passionate about service, with an very strong working knowledge of restaurant operations and order of service, and a deep appreciation for quality food, wines and cocktails – so you can confidently match and suggest combinations that will compliment guest choices and enhance their overall dining experience.
Finally, and most importantly, you will be a host to our guests adding a touch of personality and theatre to their experience, making our guests feel welcome whilst they visit The Standard and our energetic and vibrant city; so you will need to be highly social, upbeat and friendly; confident and can handle pressure well; thrive in a busy high volume, high energy environment and can manage multiple tasks and guest with ease.
Do you have what it takes to be a Waiter in Decimo at The Standard?
‘Standard People’ are at the heart of our brand; vivid, dynamic and engaging, and you’ll intrinsically understand the unique microcosm and the context of our venues and city you represent. Strong prior experience as a Waiter is key, in addition you will need…
• Strong experience as a Waiter, ideally gained in a similar ‘Lifestyle’ boutique hotel, destination, or high-level restaurant
• Passion for great food, wine, cocktails, design, and service!
• Confidence and expertise in guest experience, restaurant operations, and the order of service
• Highly social, motivated and pro-active; acting with professionalism and positivity in all interactions
• Flair for service and the ability to build genuine relationships with guests
• Available full-time and fully flexible Tues-Sat, as well as the ability to work late-night (Thurs-Sat)
• Knowledge of Spanish / Mexican cuisine, open fire cooking, wine, mezcal and tequila is a plus
• Relevant qualifications such as WSET are a plus
• In addition to those with experience we are actively seeking candidates with a diverse range of lifestyle skills and welcome applications from those in the arts, music and entertainment industries
We are defined by our richness of personality and diversity of background and lifestyle so if you think you have what it takes to be a Decimo Waiter, we’d love to hear from you!
All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates prior to commencing employment.
Benefits Include
• Meals on duty
• Uniform provided
• 5 day working week with set days off (Sun/Mon) when restaurant is closed
• 28 Days Holiday rising to 33 days with service
• Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance (2 x Annual Salary)
• Medical Assistance (including online GP and Physio)
• Employee Assistance Programme with Well-being service
• Membership to Headspace Meditation app
• Hospitality Rewards benefit platform
• Worldwide Travel Discounts, including colleague + family Rates across Standard and Hyatt properties
• In-house Experience Programme
• F&B Discounts ranging from 25-50%
• Recruitment Referral Bonus up to £1,000
• Tuition Aid Scheme & subsidised training
• Season Ticket Loan & Bike 2 Work Scheme
• Social Committee with regular monthly social activities
As seen on BBC1 Master Chef and voted as one of London's Top 100 Restaurants; Chef Paola Lopez showcases the food of her home, with an incredible Mexican Menu. Expect lots of flavour, open fire cooking and mezcal cocktails – with floor-to-ceiling windows and dramatic views across the London skyline.
We are now looking to grow our team, and are seeking dynamic individuals who will capture the very essence of this culinary destination and join our team as a Decimo Waiter.
Your role
As a Decimo Waiter at The Standard, London, you will become part of an exceptional team with an exciting future. You will of course be passionate about service, with an very strong working knowledge of restaurant operations and order of service, and a deep appreciation for quality food, wines and cocktails – so you can confidently match and suggest combinations that will compliment guest choices and enhance their overall dining experience.
Finally, and most importantly, you will be a host to our guests adding a touch of personality and theatre to their experience, making our guests feel welcome whilst they visit The Standard and our energetic and vibrant city; so you will need to be highly social, upbeat and friendly; confident and can handle pressure well; thrive in a busy high volume, high energy environment and can manage multiple tasks and guest with ease.
Do you have what it takes to be a Waiter in Decimo at The Standard?
‘Standard People’ are at the heart of our brand; vivid, dynamic and engaging, and you’ll intrinsically understand the unique microcosm and the context of our venues and city you represent. Strong prior experience as a Waiter is key, in addition you will need…
• Strong experience as a Waiter, ideally gained in a similar ‘Lifestyle’ boutique hotel, destination, or high-level restaurant
• Passion for great food, wine, cocktails, design, and service!
• Confidence and expertise in guest experience, restaurant operations, and the order of service
• Highly social, motivated and pro-active; acting with professionalism and positivity in all interactions
• Flair for service and the ability to build genuine relationships with guests
• Available full-time and fully flexible Tues-Sat, as well as the ability to work late-night (Thurs-Sat)
• Knowledge of Spanish / Mexican cuisine, open fire cooking, wine, mezcal and tequila is a plus
• Relevant qualifications such as WSET are a plus
• In addition to those with experience we are actively seeking candidates with a diverse range of lifestyle skills and welcome applications from those in the arts, music and entertainment industries
We are defined by our richness of personality and diversity of background and lifestyle so if you think you have what it takes to be a Decimo Waiter, we’d love to hear from you!
All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates prior to commencing employment.
Benefits Include
• Meals on duty
• Uniform provided
• 5 day working week with set days off (Sun/Mon) when restaurant is closed
• 28 Days Holiday rising to 33 days with service
• Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance (2 x Annual Salary)
• Medical Assistance (including online GP and Physio)
• Employee Assistance Programme with Well-being service
• Membership to Headspace Meditation app
• Hospitality Rewards benefit platform
• Worldwide Travel Discounts, including colleague + family Rates across Standard and Hyatt properties
• In-house Experience Programme
• F&B Discounts ranging from 25-50%
• Recruitment Referral Bonus up to £1,000
• Tuition Aid Scheme & subsidised training
• Season Ticket Loan & Bike 2 Work Scheme
• Social Committee with regular monthly social activities
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